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Augie Rey is of Puerto Rican, Cuban, French & Chinese
heritage. He was born in New York City, but has spent most of his
life in Hawaii. The local residents have adopted him as a "Local
Boy." For over 30 years, he has been one of the most popular
singer/entertainers in the islands. His special brand of music is
contagious, and a dancer's delight. He also has a loyal and
dedicated following. Augie Rey plays keyboards, congas &
timbales, and brings it all together with a mellow, exciting, and
vibrant voice that appeals to all types of crowds. Augie Rey has
appeared and recorded with some of the greatest -- and no wonder --
he is one of them!

"The music isn't just for me - it's for the
people"

AUGIE REY and his multi-talented group can only be described as
SUPERB in the musical entertainment world. AUGIE REY'S talents are
displayed in his own arrangements of top tunes, and his original
compositions, including ROCK, POP, LATIN SALSA, COUNTRY, JAZZ,
BLUES, CONTEMPORARY HAWAIIAN, and VARIETY music. AUGIE REY has
performed in numerous nightclubs, recordings, television shows,
commercials, and concerts.

When he first came to Hawaii in 1970, he formed one of the first
Salsa Bands in Waikiki. However, he found it hard to find enough
work, and changed his repertoire to include a variety of music. But
he never lost sight of his Hispanic Heritage. To this day he
continues to support any endeavor to unite the Hispanics of Hawaii.
He is a member of HACER, & the Puerto Rican Heritage Society,
and a staunch supporter of "Que Pasa Hawaii" television show.

Augie Rey has had numerous Concert Appearances throughout the
Western U.S. with the famous Latin American band of RENE TOUZET.
This composer/pianist is world famous in the Latino World,
recording over 35 albums. Augie Rey was the lead singer in his 17
piece orchestra. Having performed in the Hollywood Palladium, with
the famous Machito y Graciela, La Lupe, Tito Rodriguez, Johnny
Martinez, Orquesta Santurce, Vicentico Valdes, Rene Bloch, Willie
"Baby" Rodriguez, Ray Medina & the New Latin Breed, Mongo
Santamaria and many other local bands, is a source of pride for
him.

Also, at 11 years of age, he performed at the famous "Apollo
Theater" with a group who later became well known as the "Dell
Vikings" and had a hit record called "Come Go With Me."

During the early 60's while in the Navy, he formed a Salsa band,
and a Blues band, while also playing baseball for the Navy District
All-Star team. When he got out of the Navy in 1963, he was signed
by the California Angels and assigned to their Rookie League team
in Santa Barbara. He played one year before a knee injury put him
out of play, at which time his musical career took hold and never
returned to his dream of playing professional baseball.

While in Hawaii, he also performed at Chaminade University Drama
Production of "West Side Story."

His daughter Tahiti Fernandez sang one of his songs on the
latest "Homegrown" album. The song "Mahalo For The Sunshine Of Your
Love" was co-written by Cecilio Rodriguez of C & K. Augie Rey
and Cecilio Rodriguez are co-producing Augieâs new album, to
be released in early 2000. Tahiti is singing an original song of
her own on the album.

In addition, Augie Rey Fernandez, LUTCF, CFS, has been in the
insurance and investment planning field for over 18 years. He was
honored as "Salesman Of The Year - 1997." In 1982, he was honored
as "International Salesman Of The Year." His credentials are
numerous, including the "Certified Fund Specialist" (CFS)
designation. He is currently with "The Guardian Life Insurance Co.
of America."